Once again, it’s been a busy time for me, with an extended business trip to New York, and due to all manner of interruptions, I have not had a chance to blog in the last couple of weeks. Keep in mind, I’m always thinking of you, always writing and drafting articles, which will be released in the future, or may even become an eBook. It was important to me, to wish you a very cheery and bright Sunday.

This gorgeous yellow cup was a great find at HomeGoods. You can go crazy in that store (as well as Marshall’s and TJMaxx) if you’re not careful. I collect teacups and teapots (it’s the Brit in me) and could not walk away from this beauty. It’s a gorgeous addition to my collection, and to me, it represents the yellow daffodils and tulips, which are in abundance right now, and the steaming hot summer yet to come.

If you’d like to see more of the gorgeous pillow, pop over to my Etsy Store

And every single day, no matter how full or slim your body is. No matter how many so-called flaws and blemishes, embrace them all. Embrace every single curve (or non curve), embrace and love every single part of you, because YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL, YOU ARE UNIQUE!

Being healthy is more important than what society claims beautiful to be. Eat well, Exercise well, Sleep well, Be well.

Hi Darlings! Yes I know I said I’d return in September, but my goodness it was a truly busy, yet wonderful month for me. Can you believe September is over! My intention is to return to my new blogging schedule next week, now that I’ve settled into a fabulous new routine. I’ve truly missed you guys, and cannot wait to get back to my creative outlet, bringing you style, inspiration and my heightened passion for “All things beautiful“. In the meantime, look towards your blessings, there’s so much coming your way!

It is truly a chilly day here in Washington, DC, but the sun is shining brightly, and all is right with the world. I hope you’re having an amazing day and that your day is being productive and successful. My posts have been a little sparse lately because I’ve got so much on my plate, but I promise to start getting my thrice weekly posts back on track.

Speaking of chilly weather, I’m in love with these Calvin Klein boots from his A/W 2013 collection. These are the boots to wear when you’re not in the mood for your 4″ wonders, and need to move about town quickly! I love the square-toed platform and 2″ stacked heel. These are a pair to watch.

Well Dahhlings, we’re half way through this short week, be good to yourselves and stay inspired. Here’s a quote for your day, “To live a creative life, we must lose our fear of being wrong” ~ Joseph Chilton Pearce. I’ll see you soon.

Happy Wednesday Dahhlings. Only 6 shopping days to go until Christmas, have you finished or even started your holiday gift buying?

I’ve been busy, busy, busy creating and selling my crochet hats, business has been good, and I’m extremely thankful to all my lovely customers. Contact me at lana@maylana.com for more details.

Within the next day or so, I’m hoping to bring you my personalized andextremelylast-minute gift buying guide, for those of you who are still at a lost of what to give {you’re cutting it close here :-)}.

Let’s dance because this is a brand new week; new beginnings, new experiences! After an insanely crazy, stressful and mind-blowing week last week, I’m ready to start this week off on a beautiful high and positive note.

I’m really excited about this week, my sister who is in charge of inventory, and who has been procuring some beautiful items in London for the Maylana’s Closet boutique, sent over some gorgeous pieces, which will be appearing in the Blog Shop and on www.etsy.com/shop/maylanascloset. I am looking forward to showing you what she’s found. I will be spending most of today photographing and getting ready to upload, so stay tuned.

Speaking of the Blog Shop, I am finally going to open the boutique, which has been on hold for months; watch out for its grand opening of pre-loved, new and vintage items. All transactions will be handled securely through PayPal.

To get our day started, here’s one of my favourite songs by David Bowie Let’s Dance to get you in the Monday mood.

It’s December 3, which means we are in full-blown holiday shopping mode, exactly 22 days to go!! Over the coming weeks, I’ll be posting potential gift ideas, from inexpensive to super extravagant {“Maylana’s Dream List“} What’s on your wish list for the holidays?